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Veterans Life now included in Patriot and Reporter Boosts circulation from 8,684 to 35,096 BREMER TON — Effective with this edition, Veterans Life is being included in the Bremerton Patriot and Central Kitsap Reporter newspapers.

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The Bremerton Patriot’s circulation is 10,932; the Central Kitsap Reporter’s circulation is 15,480.

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and Patriot, 8,684 copies of Veterans Life will continue to be available at 183 locations in Kitsap County.

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Officials hope to break ground on the Marvin Williams Youth Development and Birkenfeld Economic Development Center in Novemberr at the corner of Park and Eighth Street.

Robertson is the president of New Life CDA and lead pastor at Emmanuel Apostolic.

The project has been under development for just over two years and has nearly reached its fundraising goal to break ground late this fall.

“The C. Keith Birkenfeld Fund of the Seattle Foundation was inspired to give to the Marvin Williams Center because of it’s potential to improve lives today and well into the future,” said fund director Claire

Bishop.

“Mar vin Williams, outstanding athlete, and Keith Birkenfeld, philanthropist, are both hometown heroes. And the new centers offers ample evidence of this powerful combination.

Once completed, families from throughout Kitsap County will find services and programs to make their lives even better.”

Bremerton Mayor Patty Lent is also excited about the project.

“The project will create a community meet-

BY KEVAN MOORE

A second softball field at Pendergast Regional Park now has brand new drainage.

Bremerton Parks Direc tor Wyn Birkenthal says city memos from two decades ago show

that drainage for the fields was “a value engineering casualty.”

“Almost 20 years later, we’re remedying it and the baseball and softball players will benefit,” Birkenthal said.

The new drainage was installed by Greenshield Systems,

a company that installs or retrofits drainage systems all across the state and region.

“Ninety-five percent of the work we do is drainage on existing sports fields,” said Jeff Horan, one of the partners at Greenshield Systems.

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At a packed Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton last week, Kitsap Bank selected Pawzii, Inc. as the winner of a $20,000 cash prize in the bank’s first edg3 FUND competition.

Pawzii was determined the winner by an independent panel of judges, after all five finalists made their live pitch in front of an audience.

Businesses were rated based on their commitment to their business along with how the prize money will be a game-changer for the company. The edg3 FUND finalists represented diverse industries and backgrounds, reaching from the Olympic Peninsula to the state capitol. The group of five was chosen by public vote from 16 semi-finalists.

The other four finalists included: Monica’s Waterfront Bakery & Café in Silverdale, Moonlight Farm

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“Our whole operation and mission area is designed for that function. I’m glad the (City of Bremerton) is doing something about it because it will make it better and hopefully the commumity there will support it.”

Horan said it’s

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Bremerton will forever hold a special place in my life,” said Williams, a power forward with the Charlotte Hornets.

“I am excited to see the many roles that this center will play in helping our youth to reach their full potential.”

The development of the new centers, set to break ground at Eight Street and Park Avenue in November, is being spearheaded by the New Life Community D e v e l o p m e n t Association, an offshoot of Emmanuel Apostolic Church. Bishop Larry

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Bremerton native Marvin Williams was set to come home this week to give a boost to the center that will bear his name.

A tour and dinner were slated for the evening of Friday, Sept. 19, to benefit the Marvin Williams Youth Development and Birkenfeld Economic Development Center.

The centers are part of the $7.1 million project that includes two new facilities on one centralized campus along with welcoming outdoor spaces and ample parking to serve the West Bremerton community.

The first facility is a 18,000 square foot, two-level community center with a gym, family activities and senior services designed to meet the health and wellness needs of the community. The second facility is an 11,000 square foot economic empowerment center designed to improve the community with vocational opportunities, and foster the success of future small business owners.

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not uncommon for municipalities to skip drainage at the front end of a project to save costs.

“Design teams think it’s not critical because the subsoils might drain and not be a problem,” Horan said.

Like so many other

cities that skipped drainage, though, it was clearly a problem at Pendergast Park and led to a lot of closures and game cancellations.

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Members of the Central Kitsap swim team lead a cheer as members of the Bainbridge team watch before the start of Saturday’s Spartan Relays at the Bainbridge Island Aquatics Center. The Cougars placed fourth at the invitational, which also included swimmers and divers from Sehome, Port Angeles, Marysville-Pilchuck and Marysville-Getchell high schools.

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Central Kitsap schools go wireless

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The Central Kitsap School District is embarking on the final leg of its journey to a wireless education.

“We’ve been very excited about it. We’ve seen some very positive results in the schools,” said Mark Summers, director of information services for the Central Kitsap

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School District.

“Eventually, a student who has their own smartphone or iPad can come into the building and access resources from their own device while the y’re doing homework and school work.”

The purpose of the Wi-Fi project is to offer wireless connectivity in all buildings in the district, wether it be a school or an administration building. Staff and students will then

be able to access the Internet from wherever they are.

“We go through each of the buildings in the school district and we run network cabling into the locations on the ceiling or where we need to install wireless access points and connect it all to our network,” he said. “That gives a wireless device, with authority, to connect to the Internet from anywhere in the

John L. Scott Real Estate is announce this week that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Kitsap County offices of Reid Real Estate, a well-regarded real estate brokerage firm that services Kitsap and Mason counties. Reid Real Estate has over 45 brokers in Kitsap County with offices in Silverdale, Bremerton and Port Orchard.

The acquisition of Reid Real Estate comes in advance of the upcoming Kitsap County retirement of owner Jerry Reid. John L. Scott will now have the unique opportunity to expand and enhance its services in Kitsap County by adding the experience and local expertise of Reid Real Estate’s brokers to John L. Scott’s existing network of real estate professionals. The Reid Real Estate Silverdale and Port Orchard offices will be merged with John L. Scott’s existing offices in those cities. Reid Real Estate’s Bremerton office will be re-branded to John L. Scott Real Estate. Jerry will retain the Mason County Reid Real Estate office in Belfair.

“Jerry Reid set the standard for professional real estate service in Kitsap County and the real estate market would not be where it is today without his leadership for nearly 50 years,” said J. Lennox Scott, Chairman and CEO of John L. Scott.

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Hansen, Olsen square off in 23rd District race This is part 1 in a series of Q&As with candidates for local office in the Nov. 4 general election. This week: Drew Hansen and James Olsen, 23rd District state House of Representatives, position 2.

Members of the state House of Representatives are

elected to two-year terms, are paid $42,106 a year plus per diem, and receive the same benefits provided to other state employees. Their salaries are set by the Washington Citizens Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials.

NAME: Drew Hansen

CITY/TOWN OF RESIDENCE: Bainbridge Island.

O C C U PAT I O N : Legislator, lawyer.

EDUCATION: B.A., Harvard University; B.A., Oxford University (Rhodes Scholar); J.D., Yale.

R E L E VA N T EXPERIENCE: I have served in the

Washington state House of Representatives since 2011, focusing on job training and higher education. Before I entered the Legislature, I served for many years on the Olympic College Foundation board, helping students from Kitsap County realize their dreams of a college education, and I

volunteered on several school levy campaigns so we can keep supporting our public schools.

I have also been active in my church (Bethany Lutheran). In my nonlegislative life, I practice law at Susman Godfrey LLP, where I am a partner, and I have taught parttime at the University

of Washington Law School. I live on Bainbridge Island with my family, where we have two young children in public school.

1. What are the top issues in this campaign?

Jobs and education.

2. What are your priorities if elected?

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Readers of the Bremerton Patriot and Central Kitsap Reporter will now find Veterans Life included in their editions once a month.

greater number of readers.”

Numbers you can count on: Veterans’ resources in Kitsap County Here is a listing of resources for veterans in Kitsap County.

American Legion Post 109, Silverdale Address: 10710 Silverdale Way, Silverdale.

Meets on the third Monday of the month, 7 p.m., at All Star Lanes & Casino.

Contact: Email alpost109cmdr@gmail.com, or visit on Facebook.

American Legion Post 149, Bremerton Address: 4922 Kitsap Way, Bremerton. 360-373-8983.

Online: www.legion149wa.org American Legion Post 172, Bainbridge Island Address: 7880 NE Bucklin Hill Road, Bainbridge Island.

206-842-5000.

Meets first and third Friday of the month, 7:30 p.m.

Online: www.bainbridgeislandpost172.org.

American Legion Post 200, Belfair Meets on the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m.

Contact: Tom Welch, email xtw@aol.com.

American Legion Post 245 Veterans Service Office, Poulsbo Address: 19068 Jensen Way, Suite 3A, downtown Poulsbo. 360-779-5456.

Open every Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Disabled American Veterans n 2315 Burwell St., Bremerton. 360-373-2397. n 4475 Birch Ave W., Port

Orchard.

Chapter meetings: Potluck noon, meeting 1 p.m., second Saturday of each month n Adjutant/Service Office North Mason Resources, 140 NE State Route 300, Belfair. 360-552-2303.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday or by appointment.

Kitsap County Veterans Assistance Program Address: Kitsap County Department of Human Services, 614 Division St., MS-23, Port Orchard.

Contact: Tom Vialpando, program coordinator, 360337-4811.

Online: www.kitsapgov. com/hs/veterans/VA.htm.

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Detachment 531 Address: 2315 Burwell St., Bremerton. 360-265-7492.

Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m.

Suquamish Tribe Veterans Resource Office LaVada Anderson 360-394-8515 landerson@suquamish. nsn.us.

VFW Post 239, Bremerton Address: 190 Dora Ave., Bremerton. 360-377-6739.

Meets second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.

VFW Post No. 1694, Shelton Address: Memorial Hall, Second and Franklin streets, Shelton. 360-426-4546.

Meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each

month, 7 p.m. Beverages and snacks are served at 6 p.m. by the Ladies Auxiliary.

WorkSource Kitsap County Address: 1300 Sylvan Way, second floor, Bremerton.

360-337-4767.

Contact: Michael Robinson, disabled veterans outreach, 360-337-4727, mrobinson@esd.wa.gov. Or jmckenna@esd.wa.gov.

WHO’S WHO: KITSAP COUNTY VETERANS ADVISORY BOARD The Kitsap County Veterans’ Advisory Board is made up of 17 volunteers from throughout the county who are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for one-, two-, or three-year terms.

All members must be veterans of military or merchant marine service.

A simple majority of the council shall be members of local chapters of national recognized veterans organizations.

The board meets on the second week of each month, at 5:30 p.m., in

the Silverdale Community Center’s Evergreen Room.

Here’s a list of members and their terms. n Leif Bentsen: June 9, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Keith Ciancio: Jan. 13, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Steven Colby: Jan. 13, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Joel Courreges: Jan. 1, 2012 — Dec. 31, 2014. n Douglas Glispy: May 14, 2012 — Dec. 31, 2014. n Wayne Hammock: Jan. 14, 2013 — Dec. 31, 2015. n Michelle Hodges: Jan. 1, 2012 — Dec. 31, 2014. n Mike Hume: Jan. 14,

2013 — Dec. 31, 2015. n Michael Kiser: May 14, 2012 — Dec. 31, 2014. n Mark Lowe: Jan. 1, 2012 — Dec. 31, 2014. n Robert MacFann: May 12, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Henry Murkins: Jan. 14, 2013 — Dec. 31, 2015. n Ed Palm: Jan. 27, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Samantha Powers: Jan. 13, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Corky Sullivan: Jan. 14, 2013 — Dec. 31, 2015. n Chuck Wagner: Jan. 13, 2014 — Dec. 31, 2016. n Vacant.

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VSOs are working to get the ship on a steady course and of the outreach being conducted to make sure veterans in rural communities are included. (The fall 2014 “Stand Down for Veterans” in Kitsap is scheduled for Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Sheridan Park Community Center, 680 Lebo Blvd., in Bremerton.)

VSOs talked about HR 3230 — the federal Veterans’ Access to Care through Choice, Accountability and Transparency Act of 2014 — that is designed to drastically improve the delivery of health care to veterans. Portions of the bill are creative and empowering.

For example, Tribal veterans offices could process Native veterans for VA health care, to help speed the process. And VA would authorize and reimburse for care provided to Native veterans in Tribal health clinics, another change that would streamline and expedite the system of care due our veterans.

Another VA representative talked about efforts to reduce backlogs and speed decisions on claims. VA is having some success: The claims backlog has been reduced by 40 percent and the inventory of overall claims has been reduced by 53 percent. The average time it takes to render a decision on a claim has been reduced from six to four months.

“We’re the first to say we’re not there yet,” he said.

And so the work continues. Thank you, VSOs and VA reps, for your ongoing efforts to get the ship on a steady course.

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An army of veterans service officers, most of them veterans, are at work daily to ensure veterans’ needs are met so they can live healthy, productive lives.

A Sept. 3 meeting of veterans service officers, at the Suquamish Tribe’s Kiana Lodge, gave a glimpse of some of the work being done behind the scenes.

Specifically, this was a meeting of the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and the Joint American Indian Veterans Advisory Council.

A VA representative told of “listening sessions” being held throughout the state — the latest one, as of this writing, was on Sept.

19 in Spokane — so “we can listen to our veterans” about their experiences navigating the VA health system.

VSOs and VA reps talked about what they learned at Camp Chaparral at the Yakama Nation, Aug. 14-19. Camp Chaparral is a week-long cultural immersion experience designed to improve participants’ understanding of other cultures, and what those cultures can teach us about healing.

According to the camp’s website, the Camp Chaparral experience “provides an ideal opportunity for participants to focus on the way veterans’ care or benefits are provided, not just how to provide it.”

Camp Chaparral features traditional healing methods such as talking circles and sweat lodges. This year, women veterans outnumbered men for the first time.

A VA representative said she learned how essential talking circles are, of how “cleansing and healthy” sweat lodges are.

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f all the branches of men in the forces there is none which shows more devotion and faces grimmer perils than the submariners.”

That quote is widely attributed to Sir Winston Churchill, the great World War II prime minister of Great Britain. It sums up better than we could the dedication and commitment of those who patrol our seas from the depths.

And so it is with great pride that we salute the United States Submarine Force for successfully completing its 4,000th nuclear deterrence patrol since the ballistic-missile submarine USS George Washington completed the first deterrent patrol in January 1960.

Eight of the nation’s 14 ballistic missile submarines are based at Naval Base Kitsap – Bangor. Ballistic missile submarines patrol the Pacific and the Atlantic 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. “This operational tempo is one of the highest among any of the nation’s military forces,” writes LCDR Brian Badura, public affairs officer for Commander, Submarine Group Nine, in Silverdale. “... Strategic deterrence remains a cornerstone of U.S. national security policy in the 21st century, particularly in today’s turbulent global environment.”

Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Bremerton, introduced a resolution honoring the sailors of the United States Submarine Force for successfully completing their 4,000th nuclear deterrence patrol.

In honor of and gratitude to the sailors of the United States Submarine Force, we reprint the text of the resolution here: “Whereas the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force recently completed the 4,000th deterrent patrol of a ballistic missile submarine (SSBN); Whereas this milestone is significant for the Submarine Force, its crews and their families, the United States Navy, and the entire country; Whereas this milestone was reached through the combined efforts and impressive achievements of all of the submariners who have participated in such patrols since the first patrol of USS George Washington (SSBN 598) in 1960; Whereas, as a result of the dedication and commitment to excellence of the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force, ballistic missile submarines have always been ready and vigilant, reassuring United States allies and deterring anyone who might seek to do harm to the United States or United States allies; Whereas the national maritime strategy of the United States recognizes the critical need for strategic deterrence in today’s uncertain world; Whereas the true strength of the ballistic missile submarine lies in the extremely talented and motivated Sailors who have voluntarily chosen to serve in the submarine community; and Whereas the inherent stealth, unparalleled firepower, and nearly limitless endurance of the ballistic missile submarine provide a credible deterrence for any enemies that would seek to use force against the United States or United States allies: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), that Congress congratulates the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine deterrent patrols; and honors and thanks the crews of ballistic missile submarines and their devoted families for their continued dedication and sacrifice.”

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By DAVID PITTMAN Guest columnist

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ilverdale has an American Legion post?

Where is it?”

These are the two questions frequently asked of our members when the public sees one of our distinctive Legion blue caps.

The answers are simple.

The John D. “Bud” Hawk Post 109 has been in Silverdale since 2012 and we don’t have a post home, yet. We do, however, meet

monthly on the third Monday at 7 p.m. at All Star Lanes, 10710 Silverdale Way. Our post honors World War II veteran John D. “Bud” Hawk. Mr. Hawk was awarded the Medal of Honor and was a local educator and principal of Brownsville School. He passed away in November 2013.

The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization on the four pillars of: a strong national security, veterans affairs,

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Focusing on service to veterans, servicemembers and communities, the Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States. Membership swiftly grew to more than 1 million, and local posts sprang up across the country. Today, membership stands at more than 2.3 million wartime veterans in 13,000 posts worldwide. The posts are organized into 55 departments: one each for the 50 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, Mexico and the Philippines.

In just over three years, Post 109 has expanded in membership to almost 70 members consisting of veterans who have served honorably for less than a year to more than 30 years.

“Why should I become a member?” I feel you have at least three good reasons for membership, even if you don’t or can’t be active in the post. The first is the G.I. Bill. The American Legion wrote the original draft of the Veterans Readjustment Act, which became See SOUND OFF, Page 5

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Continued from page 4 known as the G.I. Bill. The American Legion strongly campaigned for the G.I. Bill, which was signed into law in June 1944. Many of us have used those benefits to better our lives and, in return, benefit those we associate with daily.

Remember the VA debacle in Arizona? It was the Legion that veterans turned to for medical help in the wake of the VA scandal. If you or a loved one have had successful dealings with the VA system, you can thank the Legion.

The third is Service Officers. Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their

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families. While the majority of a service officer’s work involves application for VA disability benefits, these compassionate professionals also provide information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics.

“Am I eligible to join the Legion?” If you are currently on active duty, serving the United States honorably, anywhere in the world, or have served honorably during any of the following eligible war eras, we invite you to become a member of the American Legion. National Guard and Reservists having been federally activated (including basic training) during these same war eras also meet the eligibility requirements: n Korean War: June 25,

1950 to Jan. 31, 1955. n Vietnam War: Feb. 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975. n 1982 Lebanon War and Operation Urgent Fury (Grenada): Aug. 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984. n Operation Just Cause (Panama): Dec. 20, 1989 to Jan. 31, 1990. n Gulf War/War On Terror (Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom): Aug. 2, 1990 to today.

Post 109, while relatively new, embraces the Legion’s programs of Americanism; Children and Youth; National Security and Foreign Relations; Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation; and Community Service.

We have been associated with Whaling Days and Veterans Day programs at local elementary schools

and community events.

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“Our challenge going over the pass wasn’t anything like the challenge our military faces in combat. America’s mighty warriors like Marc Lee established themselves as warriors along the long and rough road of life.”

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After choosing a cause and a few months of physical preparation and planning, the 60-year-old James and 37-year-old Schoener embarked Sept. 6, at 5:30 in the morning, on what they expected would be a 12- hour hike. Walking briskly west along the scenic Dosewallips trail in good weather, a support vehicle would meet them on the other side of Anderson Pass at Graves Creek Road.

With a plan in place and resolve for the physical challenge ahead, there would be surprisingly little conversation along the way.

“Putting one sure foot in front of the other to keep pace and avoid injury requires focus and concentration,” Schoener said.

James added, “The ascent to Anderson Pass was a little more challenging than I expected. It was then that I began to worry things were slowing down and [whether] we could stay on schedule.”

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Continued from page 7 most the pro-navy men could do was to get Congress to urge each colony to fit out armed vessels for the protection of their coasts and harbors.

Then, on Oct. 3, Rhode Island’s delegates laid before Congress a bold resolution for the building and equipping of an American fleet, as soon as possible. When the motion came to the floor for debate, Samuel Chase of Maryland attacked it, saying it was “the maddest Idea in the World to think of building an American Fleet.” Even pro-navy members found the proposal too vague. It lacked specifics and no one could tell how much it would cost.

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Without cell phone coverage midway at the pass, both the hikers realized they might not be able to make the descent by nightfall.

“Stick to plan,” James said, “and we’ll be OK.” After a 45-minute lunch break, it was time to make progress down the steep grade. At about 10 p.m. and well behind schedule, the pair agreed that fatigue and visibility had become a safety risk. Knowing that their support team knew to call the park ranger if they didn’t arrive by 9 p.m., the day trip became an overnight stay. Hot pizza for dinner would have to wait until breakfast. It was time to adapt and overcome with a quick camp on the trail, a small fire pit, and rest.

Rising at 6:15 a.m., reinvigorated and with good daylight, the descent resumed quickly and the hikers safely arrived at their pick-up point along Graves Creek Road at 8 a.m., much to the relief of their support team, wife Stacey and friend Amanda.

“It was a ‘high-five’ and a ‘job well done,’ ” Schoener said. “We were glad to be done and especially without any injuries. It was an

ing to embrace the idea of establishing a navy as a permanent measure, it could be tempted by short-term opportunities. Fortuitously, on Oct. 5, Congress received intelligence of two English brigs, unarmed and without convoy, laden with munitions, leaving England bound for Quebec. Congress immediately appointed a committee to consider how to take advantage of this opportunity. Its members were all New Englanders and all ardent supporters of a navy. They recommended first that the governments of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut be asked to dispatch armed vessels to lay in wait to intercept the munitions ships; next, they outlined a plan for the equipping by Congress of two armed vessels to cruise to

From left, Justin Schoener and Jack James, completing their 50-mile hike over the Olympic Range to raise awareness for America’s Mighty Warriors, a service organization dedicated to supporting active military, the fallen, and their families.

Jack B. James

honor to support Jack and help bring awareness to the plight of our military who sacrifice so much. I am considering doing it again next year.”

James said, “One of my first thoughts was how glad I was I didn’t have to drive. And I was ready

for cold pizza and hot coffee, but our challenge going over the pass wasn’t anything like the challenge our military faces in combat. America’s mighty warriors like Marc Lee established themselves as warriors along the long and rough road of life. May

God grant us grace to do the same in our own way and honor all of America’s Mighty Warriors.”

Reflecting on the completed hike, Debbie Lee commented, “I am so grateful to each and every man and woman who has served, no matter what

the eastward to intercept any ships bearing supplies to the British army.

Congress let this plan lie on the table until Oct. 13, when another fortuitous event occurred in favor of the naval movement. A letter from General Washington was read in Congress in which he reported that he had taken under his command, at Continental expense, three schooners to cruise off Massachusetts to intercept enemy supply ships.

The commander in chief had preempted members of Congress reluctant to take the first step of fitting out warships under Continental authority. Since they already had armed vessels cruising in their name, it was not such a big step to approve two more.

The committee’s proposal, now appearing eminently

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The Continental Navy grew into an important force. Within a few days, Congress established a Naval Committee charged with equipping a fleet. This committee directed the purchasing, outfitting, manning, and operations of the first ships of the new navy, drafted subsequent naval legislation, and prepared rules and regulations to govern the Continental Navy’s conduct and internal administration.

Over the course of the War of Independence, the Continental Navy sent to sea more than fifty armed vessels of various types. The navy’s squadrons and cruisers seized enemy supplies and carried correspondence and diplomats to Europe, returning with needed munitions. They

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Gen. Barry McCaffrey, USA (ret.) is the scheduled keynote speaker.

To register: www.lewismcchord.army.mil.

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